Phoenix Gold Mine
Phoenix Gold Mine, Idaho Springs, Colorado[6] is a fully operational gold mine where there are tours[1] replete with opportunities to pan for gold.[7] Since 1988, Phoenix Gold Mine has been family owned and operated.[8][5] The Mosch family is "the oldest continuous mining family in the state"[9] of Colorado. Phoenix Gold Mine has been featured on the Discovery Channel[4][5] and the Travel Channel.[10]
![]() High grade gold ore at Phoenix Gold Mine. | |
Location | |
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Idaho Springs, Colorado | |
Country | United States[1] |
Coordinates | 39°44′56″N 105°33′57″W |
History | |
Discovered | 1871[2] |
Owner | |
Company | Al Mosch (1930-2019),[3] Dave Mosch[4][5] |
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Tour at Phoenix Gold Mine, Idaho Springs, Colorado.
References
- "Fodor's Expert Review - Phoenix Gold Mine -Idaho Springs - Mine". Fodor's Travel. Retrieved May 28, 2022.
- "Phoenix Mine". showcaves.com. Retrieved May 29, 2022.
- "Mining Heritage: Phoenix Gold Mine". Clear Creek County. Retrieved May 28, 2022.
- "Phoenix Gold Mine Tour – Idaho Springs". Uncover Colorado. Retrieved May 28, 2022.
- "Phoenix Gold Mine/Mosch Mining". The Summit Chamber. Retrieved May 28, 2022.
- "The Phoenix Gold Mine". colorado.com. Retrieved May 28, 2022.
- "GPR Tours the Phoenix Gold Mine". Gold Prospectors of the Rockies. Retrieved May 29, 2022.
- "Phoenix Gold Mine Company". Denver - The Mile High City (denver.org). Retrieved May 28, 2022.
- "Mine tours: take your pick". The Denver Post. May 26, 2006. Retrieved May 29, 2022.
- "Ghost Adventures: Colorado Gold Mine". travelchannel.com. Retrieved March 28, 2022.
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